An Oral Understanding Is Not Binding If

question 4

Multiple Choice

An oral understanding is not binding if:

• A) the services performed were not to the satisfaction of the other party.
• B) the amount agreed to be paid for services rendered was not a fair and reasonable amount.
• C) the parties intended to formalize their understanding with a written agreement.
• D) the understanding may be terminated at will by either party.

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Definitions:

Defendant

An individual, company, or institution being sued or accused in a court of law.

Impartial Jury

A jury that is unbiased and without prejudice, chosen to ensure a fair and just trial by providing an objective judgement.

District Court

is a type of court of the United States federal court system, where trials and lawsuits are initially filed and heard.

In Personam Jurisdiction

The power of a court to require that a party (usually the defendant) or a witness come before the court; extends to the state’s borders in the state court system and across the court’s geographic district in the federal system. Also called personal jurisdiction and jurisdiction in personam.